GCSE SKILLS DRILLING MINI UNIT 1: A one week (4-5 lesson) series of lessons that guide pupils through ALL SIX ENGLISH LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES, GCSE SKILLS and AQA EXAM QUESTIONS. In this complete and concise 1 - 2 WEEK unit of lessons engaging stimuli including video clips (included) and images/art to guide, model and practice each skill needed (AO1 - 6.) A short film and an emotive piece of art are examples of the texts used within this series of 4-5 lessons as alternative texts. Also including homework opportunities.  NOW INCLUDING FREE INDEPENDENT STUDY GUIDE (ebook) which is compatible with all smartphones, tablets and laptops for revision purposes post teaching! Making revision accessible. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags with each activity to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (5 - 10 minutes editing time). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AO's) However, that does not mean that the creativity and imagination need to be a thing of the past! In this new series of units, Key Stage Three pupils are introduced to NEW GCSE English Language Skills in creative and imaginative ways to build foundations and continuity for pupils as they progress through the key stages. The FIRST UNIT in the series(AO1,) uses engaging Roald Dahl texts, films and illustrations to fully introduce, explore and assess the first assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory foundation unit for less able Year 9 and 10 students. The SECOND UNIT in the series (AO2 LANGUAGE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's fiction and non fiction texts, including 'The Witches,' 'Going Solo' and 'Boy', to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory foundation unit for less able Year 9 and 10 students. The THIRD UNIT in the series (AO2 STRUCTURE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's fiction and non fiction texts, including 'James and the Giant Peach,' and 'Boy', to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory GSCE foundation unit for some Year 9 and 10 groups. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (10-15 minutes editing time). IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to and built around official AQA pilot material for introducing and exploring GCSE English Language Skills at Key Stage Three. However, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board . The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

A CONCISE UNIT of 2 - 3 lessons providing an in-depth exploration of Charge of the Light Brigade by Tennyson*. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), engaging video clips to support understanding and suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. NOW INCLUDING... ADDITION WRITING EXTENSION to embed pupils understanding of the poems content whilst providing opportunities to develop their GCSE WRITING skills as well as developing vocabulary and literacy skills which will help pupils express their interpretations when writing about literature analytically. *poem taken from AQA Anthology (2017.) Also included in Edexcel GCSE English Literature Anthology. AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry Edexcel Paper 2 Section B: Poetry since 1789 GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

A complete, organised and in-depth exploration of two writers' viewpoints, perspectives and experiences of oppression. Including full modelling, practice and assessment of PAPER 2 Exam Skills; identifying and interpreting implicit and explicit information, as well as; synthesising these interpretations and evidence of them, across two non-fiction texts (AO1), one of which is literary non-fiction. Focussed analysis of language (AO2) and detailed comparison of writers' methods (AO3). A number of enrichment opportunities are also included at the opening of lessons, to encourage engagement, using video/mp3 recordings of famous speech's, news reports. Includes full PAPER 2; Section A practice paper and sources which is linked to the the series of lessons throughout. Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

RECENTLY UPDATED! A complete, organised and in-depth exploration of the NEW AQA ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER TWO; writers' viewpoints & perspectives - 4 WEEK UNIT! Including full modelling, practice and assessment of PAPER 2 Exam Skills; identifying and interpreting implicit and explicit information, as well as; synthesising these interpretations and evidence of them, across two non-fiction texts (AO1), one of which is literary non-fiction. Focussed analysis of language (AO2) and detailed comparison of writers' methods (AO3).  Creative approach to non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about street art. Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5 response requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint which is stylish and visually stimulating.  A number of enrichment opportunities are also included at the opening of lessons, to encourage engagement, using video/mp3 recordings of famous speech's, news reports.  Includes full PAPER 2 mock exam paper and sources which is linked to the the series of lessons throughout.

NEW GCSE English Language SKILLS, AO's and EXAM QUESTIONS. All covered in this series of independent and/or co-operative revision sessions, using stimuli relevant to pupils such as YouTube links. This ebook will guide pupils through AO2 skills and exam questions (Paper 1 Question 2-3 & Paper 2, Question 3). Pupils are guided through 27 visually stimulating pages of interactive activities, GCSE skill modelling and the staggered completion of each AO2 exam question. Designed around the original AO/Exam Question Symmetry Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions. UPDATED AND IMPROVED 12.04.16 Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

New GCSE English Language, Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams. This series of lessons will guide pupils through the AO3 skill (COMPARE) and exam question ( Paper 2, Questions 4 ). Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, modelling of skills and the staggered completion of each AO3 exam question. Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (5 minutes editing time). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.07.16)

NEW GCSE English Language SKILLS, AO's and EXAM QUESTIONS. All covered in this series of independent revision sessions. This ebook will guide pupils through AO1 skills (identify, interpret, summary and synthesis) and exam questions (Paper 1 Question 1 Paper 2 Questions 1 and 2). Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities and the staggered completion of each AO1 exam skill. Designed around the original AO/Exam Question Symmetry Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against the AO and exam questions. Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

20% OFF! SUMMER TERM SALE PRICE, £20! RRP, £25! 4-WEEK UNIT: Complete Series Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language, 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' This series of lessons will guide pupils through EVERY GCSE Reading Skill (Identify, Interpret, Synthesis, Summary, Comparison & Evaluation,) ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE (AO1, AO2, AO3 & AO4) and every EXAM QUESTION across PAPER 1 and PAPER 2. Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, thorough modelling of skills in interactive ways, using YouTube videos (video files included,) as alternative texts and the staggered completion of each reading exam question across an original mock Paper 1 and Paper 2 (also included). Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against EVERY AO and EXAM QUESTION across each skill unit. Provides a valuable revision resource upon completion. ALSO SEE THE ACCOMPANYING PUPIL REVISION GUIDES FOR INDEPENDENT or DIRECTED REVISION PURPOSES FOLLOWING COMPLETION OF THIS 4 WEEK SERIES OF UNITS. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (10-15 minutes editing time). UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.04.16) Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Complete Series REVISION GUIDE Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language, 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' This series of independent and or co-operative revision sessions will guide pupils through EVERY GCSE Reading Skill (Identify, Interpret, Synthesis, Summary, Comparison & Evaluation,) ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE (AO1, AO2, AO3 & AO4) and every EXAM QUESTION across PAPER 1 and PAPER 2. Pupils are guided through a range of interactive activities, thorough modelling of skills in interactive ways, using FREE YouTube videos as alternative texts and the staggered completion of each reading exam question across an original mock Paper 1 and Paper 2 (also included). Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template (also included), allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against EVERY AO and EXAM QUESTION across each skill unit. NOW INCLUDING A05/6 WRITING (2 FULL UNIT GUIDES!) COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTPHONES, TABLETS & PC/MAC! MAKING REVISION ACCESSIBLE! UPDATED AND IMPROVED (12.04.16) Get in touch... creatededucation@yahoo.com Don't miss out on updates and giveaways... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, in general, but specifically about gay rights using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5, requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (5 minutes editing time). EVERY CHILD AND TEENAGER SHOULD BE HEARING THESE MESSAGES IN SCHOOL... Please get involved in the debate prompted at the end of the presentation: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

UNIT 1: Creative approach to non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about street art. Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5 response requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint which is stylish and visually stimulating. UNIT 2: Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, in general, but specifically about gay rights using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5, requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board (5 minutes editing time). EVERY CHILD AND TEENAGER SHOULD BE HEARING THESE MESSAGES (UNIT 2) IN SCHOOL... Please get involved in the debate... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive https://twitter.com/creatEDlive UPDATED 07/03/17

READING: Complete READING Series Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' guide pupils through EVERY GCSE Reading Skill (Identify, Interpret, Synthesis, Summary, Comparison & Evaluation,) ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE (AO1, AO2, AO3 & AO4) and every EXAM QUESTION across PAPER 1 and PAPER 2. Using interactive activities to thoroughly model each skill in creative ways, engaging videos & MP3s (included) as alternative texts and the staggered completion of each reading exam question across an original mock Paper 1 and Paper 2. Designed around the original AO/Exam Symmetry Revision Template, allowing for independent reflection and self assessment of progress against EVERY AO and EXAM QUESTION. Provides a valuable revision resource upon completion. WRITING UNIT 1: (2 WEEKS) Creative approach to non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about street art. Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for non-fiction response requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Fully resourced, contained within the powerpoint. WRITING UNIT 2: (2 WEEKS) Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills as above. REVISION GUIDE BUNDLE (100+ Interactive Pages) Complete Series REVISION GUIDE Bundle of the New AQA GCSE English Language, 'Understanding the Skills, AO's and Exams' Independent and/or co-operative revision sessions to guide pupils through EVERY GCSE Reading & Writing Skill, AO and every EXAM QUESTION across PAPER 1 and PAPER 2. Intended as an independent revision aid for use post-teaching to refresh and reinforce skills and encourage independent learning and conscientiousness. COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTPHONES, TABLETS & PC/MAC! MAKING REVISION ACCESSIBLE! ...Striving for perfection! Fully UPDATED with FREE EXTRAS in response to YOUR reviews and feedback! (Issues with assessment bundle file resolved, typos/errors corrected & extra activities included from upcoming CreatEd products!) If you are looking for a 'traditional' exam drilling unit, this resource is not for you! We have approached the teaching of GCSE English Language in NEW and interesting ways. We are CREATIVE and we are proud of it! IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to AQA spec, however, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill (10-15 minutes editing time). https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

UNIT 1: STREET ART! Creative approach to non fiction writing! Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5 response requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. Interactive and up-to-date with free links to videos and MP3 links for alternative stimuli. UNIT 2: Another creative, arguably controversial, approach to GCSE non fiction writing. Pupils will write about their views about equality, in general, but specifically about gay rights using a range of video and audio stimuli (such as Obama's recent equality speech) . Full coverage of AO5 and AO6 skills in preparation for English Language Paper 2 Q5, requiring pupils to explore and argue their viewpoint in writing. EVERY CHILD AND TEENAGER SHOULD BE HEARING THESE MESSAGES (UNIT 2) IN SCHOOL... Please get involved in the debate... https://www.facebook.com/createdlive https://twitter.com/creatEDlive COMPATIBLE WITH SMARTPHONES, TABLETS & PC/MAC! MAKING REVISION ACCESSIBLE!

The first unit in the series(AO1,) uses engaging Roald Dahl texts, films and illustrations to fully introduce, explore and assess the first assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory foundation unit for less able Year 9 and 10 students. This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AO's) However, that does not mean that the creativity and imagination need to be a thing of the past! In this new series of units, Key Stage Three pupils are introduced to NEW GCSE English Language Skills in creative and imaginative ways to build foundations and continuity for pupils as they progress through the key stages. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to and built around official AQA pilot material for introducing and exploring GCSE English Language Skills at Key Stage Three. However, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board . The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

This unit (AO2 STRUCTURE) uses engaging extracts from Roald Dahl's fiction and non fiction texts, including 'James and the Giant Peach,' and 'Boy', to fully introduce, explore and assess this crucial assessment objective with pupils. This unit is suitable for pupils in years 7 or 8 and it could also be used as an introductory GSCE foundation unit for some Year 9 and 10 groups. This new series replaces the traditional KS3 assessment criteria (APP or AF's) with NEW GCSE Assessment Objectives (AO's) However, that does not mean that the creativity and imagination need to be a thing of the past! In this new series of units, Key Stage Three pupils are introduced to NEW GCSE English Language Skills in creative and imaginative ways to build foundations and continuity for pupils as they progress through the key stages. IMPORTANT NOTE: Tailored to and built around official AQA pilot material for introducing and exploring GCSE English Language Skills at Key Stage Three. However, easily adaptable to new OCR, Edexcel & WJEC specifications. AO1 - 6 and the skills are universal across all exam boards. Simply adapt the exam question tags in each unit to match the placement of each AO and skill across each exam paper/question depending on the required exam board . The units are built around the official AQA Key Stage Three PILOT ASSESSMENT Material, copies of which are included in the download. https://twitter.com/creatEDlive https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/

An in-depth exploration of My Last Duchess by Robert Browning* in this 2 - 2 lesson unit. Including engaging teaching of content, writer's methods and exploration of the influence of the poet's modern context. This lesson provides group opportunities guiding pupils development of AO1, AO2 and AO3 literature, and specifically, poetry skills. Including animated, complete annotation of the poem, poem response activities (differentiated), discussion points, engaging video and images with suggested further development opportunities for indepedent engagement with the poem and the issues and ideas dealt with. NOW INCLUDING... ADDITION WRITING EXTENSION to embed pupils understanding of the poems content whilst providing opportunities to develop their GCSE WRITING skills as well as developing vocabulary and literacy skills which will help pupils express their interpretations when writing analytically. *poem taken from AQA English Literature Anthology for 2017. AQA Paper 2 Section B: Poetry. GET THE COMPLETE Power & Conflict ANTHOLOGY (2017) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teachers-complete-gcse-poetry-bundle-power-and-conflict-all-15-poems-new-aqa-english-literature-11248503 Recently updated in response to your feedback! Get in touch: https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

For Whole School/ Form Time/ Assembly/ Display, published weekly! Keep an eye out for next weeks! Like @CreatEdlive on Facebook or follow on Twitter. Also see weekly, word, quote and riddle of the week including independent differentiated activities. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Published weekly, keep an eye out for next weeks! Like @CreatEdlive on Facebook or follow on Twitter. Also included: Independent self-differentiated question-chain activity! To be used weekly with each 'Quote of the Week'. Personally, this has become Monday morning routine for my form which provides a, much needed, early morning brain gym wake-up using a range of English skills from simple literacy to more difficult GCSE skills. Also useful as either a routine starter/entry task. Also see weekly, word of the week, riddle of the week and hero of the week; published collective in the Free weekly form-time bundle... https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/free-form-time-tutor-group-independent-activity-and-enrichment-bundle-weekly-release-11293167 https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive

Published weekly, keep an eye out for next weeks! Like @CreatEdlive on Facebook or follow on Twitter. Also see weekly, word, quote and riddle of the week including independent differentiated activities. https://www.facebook.com/createdlive/ https://twitter.com/creatEDlive w/c 6/6/16